Your Guide to Texas Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
The only way to legally purchase and possess marijuana in the state of Texas is with a medical marijuana prescription. Under Texas law, any Texan with a qualifying medical condition(s) can receive a prescription from a certified physician and join the state’s medical cannabis program. Your eligibility will be logged and tracked through the Compassionate Use Program (CUP).
The prescription entitles you to purchase from one of the state's licensed dispensaries. Texas only makes safe, high-quality, and effective marijuana available to prescription holders. Cannabis can help control the limiting symptoms of chronic medical conditions and enhance your quality of life.
Texas has one of the strictest medical marijuana programs in the nation. Understanding where you can purchase cannabis and the types of products you can obtain will help you plan treatment that can change your life.
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Where Can You Buy Texas Medical Marijuana?
As of September 2022, there are three licensed dispensaries in Texas. They accept orders online and by phone. Their policies and product lines differ, so it's best to shop around before determining which dispensary is best suited to meet your needs.
Based in Austin, Goodblend has pickup locations in West Houston, Houston, Fort Worth, San Antonio, Austin, Wichita Falls, Addison, Corpus Christi, Nacogdoches, and Frisco. They also have a delivery calculator to help you determine delivery fees based on your location.
Texas Original is also headquartered in Austin. They have pickup locations in San Antonio, North Austin, Waco, Houston Heights, North Houston, Katy, Frisco, Fort Worth, Dallas, Addison, Lubbock, and Nacogdoches.
The sites are only available once or twice a week. They offer free delivery on orders over $250 but encourage those able to travel to pick up their orders.
Fluent Cannabis Care carries three blends of CBD and low-THC oils. They offer free delivery on all purchases with no minimum purchase threshold..
What’s it Like Buying Medical Marijuana in Texas?
Buying medical marijuana in Texas is most easily done online or over the phone. Texas Original has a location in Austin, but you cannot shop for products at any of the authorized pickup locations. The three dispensary websites are structured like conventional online stores.
They offer in-depth descriptions regarding the strain of cannabis present in the product, typical indications for use, and potential side effects. You must register for an account with the dispensary to make online purchases. Staff is available by phone to answer questions about the products.
Orders are typically available for same-day pick-up. Texas does not issue medical marijuana cards. When you pick up your order, the dispensary staff member will verify your enrollment on the CUP registry and check your photo ID to confirm your identity.
If your cannabis is delivered, you must be present at the time of receipt so the delivery person can verify your ID and registry enrollment.
The dispensaries have loyalty and rewards programs to help you get discounts on cannabis. Check their websites or call to ask about special pricing for veterans, pediatric patients, and those with financial hardships.
Tips for Purchasing Medical Marijuana Products
For qualified patients, Texas dispensaries sell beverages, gummies, tincture oils, capsules, lozenges, topical products, and a variety of other items containing cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). When starting your treatment, take the smallest dose at the longest interval. Then gauge how your symptoms respond and adjust the dosage and timing as needed.
Oils and edibles are designed to enter the bloodstream through the mouth or stomach, making the onset of their effects slower but their duration longer. It's important to wait for a response to your initial dose before taking more of the medication.
You should tell your doctor about all your symptoms when obtaining your prescription. They will select the form of cannabis best suited for managing the effects of your qualifying condition.
Need Help Applying for A Texas Medical Marijuana Card?
Under Texas medical marijuana law, you must meet with a qualified physician to receive a prescription for medical marijuana in Texas. In order to obtain said prescription, you must have a qualifying condition such as intractable epilepsy, autism, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a seizure disorder, multiple sclerosis, terminal cancer, an incurable neurodegenerative disease, chronic pain, Parkinson’s, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The Sanctuary can help you determine if you're eligible for a cannabis prescription and instruct you on the particulars of Texas' program.
We can then connect you with an authorized provider who will educate you on medical cannabis and enter you into the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas (CURT). Once enrolled, you can begin visiting Texas dispensaries and purchasing cannabis products immediately.